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International Health Experts: Bangladesh Can Be Smoke-Free by 2040 If It Adopts the Swedish Model

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Tuesday, May 30, 2023
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This compelling strategy has the potential to dramatically alter the future for countless smokers, potentially saving millions of lives.

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  • This compelling strategy has the potential to dramatically alter the future for countless smokers, potentially saving millions of lives.
  • The inclusion of e-cigarettes in the new Tobacco Control Act could detrimentally impact Bangladesh’s goal of going tobacco-free by 2040.
  • The Swedish model promotes affordable, acceptable and accessible alternatives like snus, nicotine pouches and e-cigarettes, successfully reducing smoking rates by over 150% in 15 years.
  • Bangladesh has the opportunity to translate its economic transformation into accelerating tobacco control through harm reduction.

CyrusOne Publishes 2023 Sustainability Report

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Tuesday, May 30, 2023
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CyrusOne, a leading global data center developer and operator specializing in delivering state-of-the art digital infrastructure solutions, published its 2023 Sustainability Report, highlighting the company’s commitments to the environment, the community, and stakeholders.

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  • CyrusOne, a leading global data center developer and operator specializing in delivering state-of-the art digital infrastructure solutions, published its 2023 Sustainability Report, highlighting the company’s commitments to the environment, the community, and stakeholders.
  • “I’m proud of what our team has achieved over the last year, helping CyrusOne to meet far-reaching sustainability goals in addition to keeping pace with customer priorities, technological innovations, and government standards,” said Eric Schwartz, Chief Executive Officer of CyrusOne.
  • Highlights of the CyrusOne 2023 Sustainability Report include:
    Climate: In 2022, CyrusOne accelerated its climate neutral by 2030 target and received validation from the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) for its near-term target.
  • The CyrusOne 2023 Sustainability Report provides disclosures compatible with four third-party standards, adhering to The Taskforce for Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD) recommendations, the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) standards, the Sustainability Accounting Standards Board (SASB) guidance, and demonstrating alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs).

Abbott, Real Madrid and the Real Madrid Foundation Band Together to 'Beat Malnutrition' Globally Through New Campaign

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Wednesday, May 31, 2023
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The new campaign empowers communities to help children reach their full potential through nutrition education and malnutrition screening and furthers Abbott's partnership with Real Madrid and the Real Madrid Foundation to reduce global childhood malnutrition.

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  • The new campaign empowers communities to help children reach their full potential through nutrition education and malnutrition screening and furthers Abbott's partnership with Real Madrid and the Real Madrid Foundation to reduce global childhood malnutrition.
  • As the Health Sciences and Nutrition Partner of the Real Madrid Football Club and Global Partner of the Real Madrid Foundation , Abbott and the club are working together to tackle malnutrition through programs at Real Madrid Foundation Social Sports Schools focused on education and malnutrition screening.
  • All proceeds from the race will go to fund malnutrition education and screening at global Real Madrid Foundation Social Sports Schools.
  • For every runner who participates in the virtual race, Abbott will donate $5 to the Real Madrid Foundation to help fight malnutrition.

Café Valley Bakery Debuts Mini Cupcakes at the International Dairy Deli Bakery Association Show

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Wednesday, May 31, 2023
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PHOENIX, May 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Premier ready-to-eat bakery brand Café Valley® will debut its new line of 12-count and 24-count Mini Cupcake assortments at the International Dairy Deli Bakery Association (IDDBA) show in Anaheim, Calif., June 4 – 6 at booth #1509.

Key Points: 
  • PHOENIX, May 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Premier ready-to-eat bakery brand Café Valley® will debut its new line of 12-count and 24-count Mini Cupcake assortments at the International Dairy Deli Bakery Association (IDDBA) show in Anaheim, Calif., June 4 – 6 at booth #1509.
  • Available in a variety of flavors, the new Everyday Mini Cupcakes and Seasonal Mini Cupcakes will be sold at select grocers nationwide beginning in July.
  • The flavor and product profiles of Café Valley's new Mini Cupcake assortments include:
    Vanilla (12-count): Vanilla cupcakes topped with vanilla icing, chocolate icing and sprinkles.
  • Chocolate and Vanilla Checkerboard (24-count): Vanilla cupcakes with vanilla icing and chocolate cupcakes with chocolate icing displayed in a checkerboard format and sprinkles.

Greenberg Traurig's Ian C. Ballon and Susan L. Heller Named to 2023 'Top Intellectual Property Lawyers' List

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Tuesday, May 30, 2023
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LOS ANGELES, May 30, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Ian C. Ballon and Susan L. Heller, shareholders of global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP, have been recognized by the Daily Journal's "Top Intellectual Property Lawyers of California" list for 2023. Ballon and Heller are consistently named to the prestigious annual list, which honors attorneys on the cutting edge of intellectual property work according to the publication.

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  • Ian C. Ballon and Susan L. Heller, shareholders of global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP, have been recognized by the Daily Journal's "Top Intellectual Property Lawyers of California" list for 2023.
  • Ballon and Heller are consistently named to the prestigious annual list, which honors attorneys on the cutting edge of intellectual property work according to the publication.
  • LOS ANGELES, May 30, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Ian C. Ballon and Susan L. Heller , shareholders of global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP, have been recognized by the Daily Journal's "Top Intellectual Property Lawyers of California" list for 2023.
  • Ballon and Heller are consistently named to the prestigious annual list, which honors attorneys on the cutting edge of intellectual property work according to the publication.

Hillenbrand Releases 2022 Sustainability Report

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Tuesday, May 30, 2023
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BATESVILLE, Ind., May 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Hillenbrand, Inc. (the "Company") (NYSE: HI) released its fourth annual Sustainability Report, highlighting the Company's advancement of key environment, social, and governance (ESG) topics.

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  • BATESVILLE, Ind., May 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Hillenbrand, Inc. (the "Company") (NYSE: HI) released its fourth annual Sustainability Report, highlighting the Company's advancement of key environment, social, and governance (ESG) topics.
  • "As we look ahead, I strongly believe that our long-term success and profitable growth strategy requires continued focus on sustainability.
  • "The theme of our Sustainability Report, 'Shape What Matters for Tomorrow,' reflects how our people, products, and partnerships are helping make advancements for the future," said Chief Sustainability Officer, Tory Flynn.
  • The full 2022 Sustainability Report can be viewed on the Company's Sustainability webpage along with ESG content indices and more information about the Company's sustainability program.

I2LEC Pledges to Enhance the Role of Law Enforcement Agencies in the Fight against Crimes that Affect the Environment

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Tuesday, May 30, 2023
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During the discussion, the panellists highlighted the importance of giving law enforcement agencies the means to effectively address crimes that affect the environment, including by supporting further research and analysis into the patterns, trends and impacts of such crimes.

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  • During the discussion, the panellists highlighted the importance of giving law enforcement agencies the means to effectively address crimes that affect the environment, including by supporting further research and analysis into the patterns, trends and impacts of such crimes.
  • They also stressed the importance of involving the international law enforcement community in the climate change dialogue, to better anticipate and mitigate related challenges that may impact law enforcement operations.
  • We expect it to serve as a model framework for increasing global law enforcement community's resilience to climate change."
  • It is our hope that the I2LEC pledge announced by the UAE will serve as a call to action for the global law enforcement community to foster greater cooperation in the fight against crimes that affect the environment.

Statement by the Prime Minister on the International Day of United Nations Peacekeepers

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Monday, May 29, 2023
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OTTAWA, ON , May 29, 2023 /CNW/ - The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on the International Day of United Nations Peacekeepers:

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  • OTTAWA, ON , May 29, 2023 /CNW/ - The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on the International Day of United Nations Peacekeepers:
    "Today, we join the international community to honour the service, dedication, and sacrifice of civilian, military, and police personnel, past and present, in United Nations (UN) peacekeeping operations around the world.
  • "Canada has participated in dozens of peacekeeping operations worldwide since the late 1940s.
  • This impartial and international military presence helped prevent global escalation, preserved peace in the region for 10 years, and earned Pearson a Nobel Peace Prize in 1957.
  • "Canada will continue to support peacekeeping operations and work with its international partners to make progress on the path toward global peace.

H3C Officially Announces to Join the UN Global Compact

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Monday, May 29, 2023
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BEIJING, May 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Recently, H3C officially announced its participation in the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC), and pledged its commitment to supporting the initiative's ten principles encompassing human rights, labor, environment and anti-corruption.

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  • BEIJING, May 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Recently, H3C officially announced its participation in the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC), and pledged its commitment to supporting the initiative's ten principles encompassing human rights, labor, environment and anti-corruption.
  • We are proud to participate in the influential global corporate sustainability initiative along with other companies from around 170 countries," said Tony Yu, President & CEO of H3C.
  • H3C has been empowering society and enhancing the wellbeing of all by virtue of its full-stack digital capabilities.
  • With a strong emphasis on the deployment and application of digital technologies, H3C is dedicated to reshaping lifestyles and transforming industries through inclusive digital solutions.

H3C Officially Announces to Join the UN Global Compact

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Monday, May 29, 2023
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BEIJING, May 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Recently, H3C officially announced its participation in the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC), and pledged its commitment to supporting the initiative's ten principles encompassing human rights, labor, environment and anti-corruption.

Key Points: 
  • BEIJING, May 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Recently, H3C officially announced its participation in the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC), and pledged its commitment to supporting the initiative's ten principles encompassing human rights, labor, environment and anti-corruption.
  • We are proud to participate in the influential global corporate sustainability initiative along with other companies from around 170 countries," said Tony Yu, President & CEO of H3C.
  • H3C has been empowering society and enhancing the wellbeing of all by virtue of its full-stack digital capabilities.
  • With a strong emphasis on the deployment and application of digital technologies, H3C is dedicated to reshaping lifestyles and transforming industries through inclusive digital solutions.